Stuart Harrison
- Executive Director, Chamber of Commerce Executives of Ontario
Peterborough
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What it takes to solve the origin of life: An integrated review. Part 1–Experimental methods and data repositories
Introduction The question of how life began on Earth is one of the oldest posed by humankind. For millennia, the seemingly ethereal nature of living beings was attributed to supernatural forces that imbued inanimate matter with unearthly properties, making it living.
What it takes to solve the origins of life: An integrated review. Part 2: Theoretical methods and emerging trends
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Introduction The question of how life began on Earth is one of the oldest posed by humankind. Origin(s) of life (OoL) is a multi-disciplinary endeavor searching for de novo life. In lieu of this, we wrote this two-part review focusing on tools and techniques used by different disciplines to tackle the question of how life might have started.
By Silke Asche, Carla Bautista, Celia Blanco, David Boulesteix, Alexandre Champagne-Ruel, Cole Mathis, Omer Markovitch, Zhen Peng, Avinash Vicholous Dass, Alyssa Adams Verified, Enrico Sandro Colizzi, Hannah Dromiack, Valentina Erastova, Amanda Garcia, Ghjuvan Grimaud, Aaron R. Halpern, Stuart Harrison, Sean Jordan, Tony Z. Jia, Amit Kahana, Artemy Kolchinsky, Odín Morón-García, Ryo Mizuuchi, Jingbo Nan, Ben Pearce, Martina Preiner, Silvana Pinna, Eduardo Rodriguez-Roman, Siddhant Sharma, Harrison Smith Verified, Joana C. Xavier, Eloi Camprubi, Stephanie Colón-Santos, Yuliia Orlova, Klaus Paschek, Loraine Schwander, Andrey Vieira
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Design review in South Australia: origins and influence: Stuart Harrison in conversation with Kirsteen Mackay and Paul Finch
Advanced search Australian Planner Latest Articles Submit an article Journal homepage Full Article Figures & data References Citations Metrics Reprints & Permissions Read this article /doi/full/10.1080/07293682.2025.2592919?needAccess=true ABSTRACT This article presents a cross-continental dialogue between Kirsteen Mackay (South Australian Government Architect), Stuart Harrison (Government Architect Western Australia and Senior Lecturer, University of Melbourne), and Paul Finch (Programme...
Injidup Springs House by Whispering Smith
There are six seasons in the Noongar calendar. Makuru (typically around June and July) is the coldest and wettest season, and even so, the south-west of Western Australia is bustling with Perthites and locals. I visited Injidup Springs House in a gap between rains, finding a black box pushing out of the bush into a sand driveway. Around it, the black trunks of the grass trees seem to merge with the folded black steel cladding of this cubic box.
Grounds, Romberg and Boyd: A practice united by ambition yet divided in opinions
Maria Larkins’s book, Grounds, Romberg and Boyd: Melbourne’s Midcentury Modernists, is both about the famed Australian architectural firm and architectural practice of the 1950s and 60s more broadly. The bright yellow cover, with a floor plan of the Academy of Science building blazed across it, sets up the graphic theme for the book – and perhaps makes a pairing with the orange cover of Christine Phillips and Peter Raisbeck’s Robin Boyd: Late Works from 2020.
Munro Development and narrm ngarrgu Library and Family Services by Six Degrees Architects and Bates Smart
Often, mixed-use projects aren’t really that mixed – housing with some retail or commercial at the base. The redevelopment of the Munro site next to the famous Queen Victoria Market in Naarm/Melbourne is genuinely mixed-use, with some original heritage fabric retained. The project consists of private build -to-rent and social housing, a City of Melbourne library, family services, a hotel, retail, hospitality and car parking.
Wildflower Meadow - How-To & Plans - Small Farmer's Journal
by Stuart Harrison of Devon, UK As a boy, I clearly remember the blaze of wildflowers in the hay fields across from the railway line, a place where a few of my school chums and I would ride our bicycles to and earn a little extra pocket money helping out during hay making. To us, the hay meadows seemed constant and unremarkable despite their splendor; they were the backdrop to our school free summers, there on the chalk downland of Sussex in the early 1970’s.
Philippe Rahm on using air, light, heat, and humidity as building materials
Swiss architect Philippe Rahm, who is about to give a public lecture in Melbourne, discusses the history and future of climatic architecture with architect and senior lecturer of architectural design Stuart Harrison. Stuart Harrison: Philippe, thanks for joining me. What do you mean by this term, “climatic architecture?” Phillipe Rahm: The basic idea of climatic architecture is to say that the origin of architecture is climatic.
Australia in three books
On a wall in my house, near where I keep the books, there is a framed photograph of architect Robin Boyd’s own house on Walsh Street in South Yarra. The photograph captures late sunlight shining through the high windows on the street-facing façade and reflecting off the famous draping ceiling. Taken a few years ago by Peter Bennetts, the image captures how we continue to look back in new ways at this extraordinary body of work.
Woodlot - Farming Systems & Approaches - Small Farmer's Journal
“…you won’t get much use from it.” by Stuart Harrison, Devon, UK When we were looking to buy our small farm, the real estate agent took me on a tour of the pastures and fields. He made a great play of the fact that our land was free draining, and how the rock beneath was “shillet,” a type of shale in the South West of England that farmers he insisted valued for it’s grass growing potential, mineral availability and lack of standing water in wintertime.
Cider John - People/Events - Small Farmer's Journal
by Stuart Harrison of Devon, UK In our part of North Devon, John Symmonds is famous. Famous not in the modern way of fame, in that he is famous merely for being famous, but in the old manner of fame in that he is famous amongst his peers for possessing certain skills and practical knowledge and as a custodian of something special.
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Business Beat: Stuart Harrison pens his final business column
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Farmers and the Law – Switzerland - Farming Systems & Approaches - Small Farmer's Journal
by Stuart Harrison of Middle Week Farm Ash Mill, Devon, UK The discussions recently aired in the pages of the SFJ around small farmers and potential young small farmers’ access to land got me to thinking about the Swiss approach to the issue. Now Switzerland is a nation renowned for timepieces, chocolate and secret bank accounts, none of which, I should confess, holds much interest for me.
Design review panels in action
Design review shares a lineage with the design critique that is familiar to every architect trained in the studio system, yet the skills involved in contributing to a successful design review panel are distinct, and often gained through direct experience. As design review processes are adopted in more jurisdictions and become more entrenched in built-environment governance, there is an ongoing challenge to develop an evidence base that can inform their development and safeguard their integrity.
A Devon Shovel, Strawberries in June, Apples in October - People - Small Farmer's Journal
by Stuart Harrison of Middle Week Farm, Ash Mill, Devon, UK I run my small farm with draught horses. Four of them. Bella, Albert, George and Joey. They are the motive power on our land. We do not own or use any tractors. I came to this way of being from the tattered detritus of a former life. It had always been a dream with me, for as long as I could remember, to return to a horse drawn past.
No blank canvas: A companionship of old and new
Assertive and respectful, measured but rich – these are ways we can see Kerstin Thompson’s work with existing buildings. All of these projects, going back to the mid-1990s, have been guided by a dogged pursuit of what a site and building can do. While Thompson’s new building work responds directly to either an urban or a broader landscape, the heritage and re-use work develops a more immediate conversation with what was already there.
The Date of Beverley Minster and its Role in the Development of Northern Gothic in the Late 12th and Early 13th Centuries
In 2009 Christopher Norton gave the annual lecture to the Friends of Beverley Minster and then published a short article suggesting that Beverley was started shortly after a documented fire largely destroyed the church in 1188.Footnote11 C. Norton, ‘New Light on the Gothic Minster’, Friends of Beverley Minster Annual Report, 73 (2009), 9–15.View all notes This was a seismic shift from the accepted art-historical dating of the building, which envisaged a start in 1220 at the earliest.
2023 Houses Awards: Apartment or Unit
Jury comment The task of reimagining an apartment can be a challenging one. Adjustments are constrained by the existing building structure, and, in a predominantly interior setting, it can be hard to find context to refer and respond to. These limitations are overcome with confidence and flair in this accomplished apartment fitout, which is resolute in its response to place.
Stuart Harrison: New firm Passageway Law opens in Peterborough
Passageway Law is a new three-person law firm in Peterborough, with partners Meryn Steeves and Rob Hiseler along with paralegal Laura Wilson. Located at 201 George St. N., Unit 301A across from Greg’s No Frills, Passageway is a full-service law firm covering family law, wills/estates, real estates, business law, notary services, paralegal services and more.
Stuart Harrison: New dance studio opening at Peterborough Square
Co-owners Chelsey Carberry and Jaedon Lavalley of Velocity School of Dance are busy renovating a 1,200-square foot space on the lower level of Peterborough Square for their new dance studio. Opening in June, Chelsea and Jaedon are excited to offer a fresh new space for their wide variety of classes, including their Summer Youth Camps which are booking right now.
Prebiotic Synthesis of Aspartate Using Life’s Metabolism as a Guide
This is an early access version, the complete PDF, HTML, and XML versions will be available soon. Open AccessArticle by Stuart A. Harrison *, William L. Webb , Hanadi Rammu and Nick Lane * Centre for Life’s Origins and Evolution (CLOE), Department of Genetics, Evolution and Environment, University College London, London WC1E 6BT, UK * Authors to whom correspondence should be addressed.
The Business Beat: Pure Home Grown operates out of old Youngs Point School
Pete and Darlene Cremers started their business, Pure Home Grown, a few years ago, but the business has been growing … growing fresh local produce, including a variety of lettuces, basil, kale, spinach, swiss chard, arugula, cilantro, dill, leaf celery, parsley and more! Their Youngs Point “farm” is located in the old Youngs Point school, and utilizes a unique aquaponic cycle that circulates water between the plants and thousands of koi fish.
Biophysical Interactions Underpin the Emergence of Information in the Genetic Code
Abstract : The genetic code conceals a ‘code within the codons’, which hints at biophysical interactions between amino acids and their cognate nucleotides. Yet, research over decades has failed to corroborate systematic biophysical interactions across the code. Using molecular dynamics simulations and NMR, we have analysed interactions between the 20 standard proteinogenic amino acids and 4 RNA mononucleotides in 3 charge states.
172 Spring Street by March Studio
The opening lines of J. G. Ballard’s famous novel refer to a period of turmoil in which a fictional modernist apartment building in London is both stage and character.
Stuart Harrison: Nixon Electrical Company plugs into Peterborough
Jesse Nixon recently started his own business. Nixon Electric Company provides a wide range of electrical services to residential and commercial customers, including installation, repair, and maintenance. Fully licensed and insured, with extensive knowledge of local building codes and regulations, Jesse offers everything from lighting, electrical panel upgrades, EV Charger installation and generator installation to a full suite of commercial services.
Stuart Harrison: Sign-a-fied opens in former Signarama building in Peterborough
Sign-a-fied, Peterborough’s newest sign company, has opened at 774 Rye St. at the site of the former Signarama. Peterborough business owner and entrepreneur Steve Daynes acquired Signarama and has retained its core staff of designers, production workers and service experts. Sign-a-fied is local, Indigenous-owned and managed, and is not part of a franchise. Sign-a-fied is a full-service sign company offering custom digital signage design, from design to fabrication, servicing, and installation.
Stuart Harrison: Naka Japanese is the new restaurant from the owner of Peterborough’s Hanoi House
Susan Tung, the owner of the former Hanoi House on Hunter Street has, like many in the restaurant business, seen some severe ups and downs over the last three years. But also like many, Susan has bounced back with the recent opening of her new restaurant, Naka Japanese. Located at 213 Hunter St. W., Naka Japanese serves ramen and fried chicken, fresh oysters, vegetarian options, delicious appetizers, as well as cocktails and beer.
Modernism Week 2023, Palm Springs
Held every year, Modernism Week exhibits its host city, Palm Springs, California, along with speakers from around the world, talking about the enduring role of modernism in architecture. Much of the hype is focused on the former homes of Los Angeles celebrities – a chief draw card for the event. The program adds depth through a diversified offering with talks from global leaders.
Stuart Harrison: Cavan’s Lush Cannabis expands into Peterborough
Lush Cannabis Company opened in Cavan last year, and they've just expanded by adding a Peterborough location at 139 George St., unit 2. That's across from the Holiday Inn between the Beer Store and Pet Value. Owner Brent Morrison and his staff offer a full service cannabis shop with flowers, concentrates, edibles, drinks, as well as topicals, vaporizers, accessories and apparel.
Spotlight: discontinuing employment in South Africa
All questions Discontinuing employment i Dismissal Dismissals are required to be for a fair reason and effected pursuant to a fair procedure; therefore, employees may not be dismissed without cause. There are no requirements to notify government authorities of dismissals. In some instances, an employer must consult a trade union about pending dismissals; for example, if an employee is a trade union representative or if union members are to be made redundant.
Stuart Harrison: Gail Moorhouse launches Recharge Solutions in Peterborough
Gail Moorhouse recently launched her own business. Called Recharge Solutions, Gail aims to help rural non-profits to find the right people, strategy, and processes to thrive. Gail offers a menu of strategic planning and board training and brings a perspective from both sides of the board table.
Stuart Harrison: New photography studio opens in Woodville
Woodville Photographer Vicky Champagne recently opened her own photography studio and retail space. Champagne Photography Studio offers family photography, from parents to grandparents, babies to fur babies. Vicki also offers editing tutorials, mentoring, a unique new baby photography design app, and you can purchase an array of photography products including wall art prints, albums, and more.
Stuart Harrison: Enticing Cakes opens new location in Lakefield
Enticing Cakes opens Tuesday in Lakefield. Founded in 2011, Enticing Cakes offers more than 60 different cupcake and cake flavours, pies, squares, tarts, cookies and macarons, as well as services for weddings and special occasions. They can customize wedding cakes, dessert trays, cupcake and cake towers or dessert bars, and they offer rentals, delivery and setup.
Stuart Harrison: New massage clinic opens in Lakefield
Claire Voigt opened her own massage therapy studio, Riverside Massage Clinic, last week in Lakefield. Claire was on the Canadian National Fencing Team, competing at an international level, so she understands biomechanics, kinesiology, and the importance of therapy.
Peterborough arts group Hearts 4 Joy opens new shop downtown
Hearts 4 Joy is a Peterborough-based Not-For-Profit organization made up of young adult artists with Down syndrome, and they are thrilled to be celebrating the opening of their new Artisan Shoppe in Charlotte Mews on Feb. 11 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Just over a year ago eight young adults with intellectual exceptionalities came together to form this unique, creative, and innovative non-profit organization, which has now grown to 14 new artists. Join the celebration on Feb. 11.
Ewyn Weight Loss Studios opens in Peterborough
Ewyn Weight Loss Studios, a national franchise with 50 locations, opened their Peterborough location last week. Owner Tiffany, along with her team of Emma, Donna Lynn, and Alyssa utilize the Ewyn system of dietary plans, one-on-one health coaching, and dietary supplements to help their clients lose weight and be healthy. It’s located at 1434 Chemong Rd., just north of the Hyundai/Subaru dealership. Stop in or check them out at Ewyn Weight Loss Studios Peterborough on Facebook.
Stuart Harrison: Embroidery, jewelry and more at Peterborough’s Artful Apricot
April Allen recently rebranded her online business as The Artful Apricot. April sells embroidered art, right in the hoop, embroidered clothing, beach glass art and jewelry, and she can spiff up pretty much any piece of clothing you own. Everything is handmade by April so she can custom-make something for you, and everything is done right here in Peterborough.
Stuart Harrison: Live entertainment is the focus of this Peterborough business
Phillip Jolicoeur — Entertainment (PJE) is a new subsidiary company of Phillip Jolicoeur — The Marketing Guy. Phillip Jolicoeur has been working with professional comedians and musicians for 18 years, producing hundreds of shows for non-profits, entertainment venues and special events. Phil can handle the arrangements for professional comedians, musicians or DJ’s for everything from special events to, bars and nightclubs to corporate events, even a good house party.
Business Beat: Changes in the Peterborough restaurant scene as 2022 begins
As we kick off a new year of Business Beat columns, I wanted to circle back to two new restaurants that opened recently. Agave by Imperial opened at the beginning of Dec. at 376 George St. in downtown Peterborough.
Stuart Harrison: New owner brings a new kind of chiropractic care
Congratulations to everyone at The Wellman Clinic and Core Chiropractic. Ange Wellman is the new owner of Core Chiropractic, taking over the reins from Catherine Owens. The merged clinics will operate out of 315 King St., with Cathy retiring early next year. Owens has spent more than 30 years as a local Chiropractor and leaves a legacy of service to both her clients and the local health care community.
Stuart Harrison: New showroom for Peterborough’s Brant Basics
Jeff and David Cox and Susan Sharp, co-owners of Brant Basics are revealing their newly renovated showroom this week. The new furniture showroom will showcase a range of furniture solutions for today's leaders, teams and hybrid workspaces, and the partners promise a fundamentally different approach to workspaces that will entice employees back to the office, increase productivity, reconnect with their company and benefit from team collaboration.
Stuart Harrison: New flower shop opens in Bridgenorth
Katherine's Flower Shop recently opened in Bridgenorth at 889 Ward St. Owner Kate offers a full-service shop with bouquets readily available for every occasion. Wedding arrangements can be customized or ready-made to suit all your needs. Specially trained, Kate can handle any occasion, and you can check out her work in her online gallery at katherineflowershop.ca.
Stuart Harrison: New owners for Peterborough’s Forbidden Pleasures
Jane and Hal Elliott opened Forbidden Pleasures in 1989, 33 years ago. Since then, the company has grown to three locations, the Market Plaza and the Brookdale Plaza in Peterborough and the Verne Plaza in Oshawa. Jane and Hal are happy to announce the sale of the business to their daughter Kristen Destounis. Kristen has worked alongside her parents since the 90s and has contributed much to the growth and success of the stores.
Stuart Harrison: Entrepreneurs set up shop in Lakefield
Dan Fletcher and Kristie McIndoo recently opened The Refillery in Lakefield. Located at 58 Queen St., across from the post office, Dan and Kristie offer personal care products such as shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste and skin care, home goods such as reusables and soaps, and a large selection of cosmetics, as well as lots of health conscious and environmentally friendly products to help you reduce your environmental impact.
Stuart Harrison: New Peterborough company offers vehicle rentals, detailing
Stuart Harrison: New Peterborough company offers vehicle rentals, detailing | ThePeterboroughExaminer.com
Peterborough’s Darling Insurance adds five new partners
Darling Insurance Realty Limited owner Peter Blodgett recently announced five new partners to the ownership of the company. The young group of partners is made up of Darling Insurance employees Kyle Bowden, Julie Kellett, Greg Melanson, Julie Poff and Angie White. Peter Blodgett will remain as the principal broker of the brokerage, established in 1928, while mentoring the partners in the day-to-day operations.
What are some of the new innovations increasing capabilities in the microtunnelling industry?
By Stuart Harrison, Managing Director, Edge Underground As new technologies and innovations emerge in the microtunnelling industry, contractors’ capabilities to meet some of the industry’s toughest challenges continue to grow. For example, very hard rock used to result in most contractors turning down projects or stopping a job part way through when they unexpectedly hit these conditions.
FinTech West & NayaOne Collaborate to Launch the FinTech West Marketplace
FinTech West have announced a new partnership with global digital sandbox provider NayaOne, which will see the two organisations build a dedicated marketplace for Western FinTechs to showcase their capabilities, access datasets and test ideas.
Stuart Harrison: KeepFit Women holding grand opening at Peterborough’s Jackson Park
Stuart Harrison: KeepFit Women holding grand opening at Peterborough’s Jackson Park | ThePeterboroughExaminer.com
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